MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST
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The Major League Baseball Players Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $1.2 million granted to 453 organizations in 2024, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST IS A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION DESIGNED TO ENGAGE, EQUIP, AND EMPOWER THE NEXT GENERATION OF KIDS AND ASPIRING BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL PLAYERS WITH PROGRAMMING THAT FOCUSES ON EDUCATION, MENTORSHIP, AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT ON AND OFF THE DIAMOND, SUPPORT CHARITABLE CAUSES AND PHILANTHROPIC ENDEAVORS OF PERSONAL IMPORTANCE TO INDIVIDUAL PLAYERS AND THE MEMBERSHIP AS A WHOLE; AND HELP COMMUNITIES PLAYERS CALL HOME THAT SUFFER UNFORESEEN DIFFICULTIES AND CHALLENGES. THE TRUST RECEIVES CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC VIA GENERAL CONTRIBUTIONS.
Cause Areas
2
Baseball and softball
Sports
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA INC
$1.1M
7%
MEDICINES FOR HUMANITY INC
$676K
4%
JAPAN SOCIETY INC
$614K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
48
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$9.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST?
No. MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST give?
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, Colorado, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST make each year?
In 2024, MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST awarded grants to about 450 grantees. Recent grantees include VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA INC, MEDICINES FOR HUMANITY INC, and JAPAN SOCIETY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST?
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.